Pope Leo's Call to Ban Aerial Bombings Amidst Ongoing Conflict

Pope Leo has criticized aerial bombardments, calling them indiscriminate and advocating for their ban amidst the ongoing U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran. He expressed his views in a meeting with ITA Airways executives, emphasizing the need for progress towards peace and a ceasefire in Iran.

Pope Leo issued a strong condemnation of aerial bombardments on Monday, labeling them as indiscriminate and calling for a global ban. His remarks come as the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran intensifies in its fourth week.

Addressing executives and staff from ITA Airways, Pope Leo, the first American pontiff, avoided explicitly discussing the conflict. However, he stated, 'No one should have to fear that threats of death and destruction might come from the sky.'

Pope Leo repeatedly urged for a ceasefire in Iran, describing the conflict as a 'scandal to the whole human family.' ITA Airways, partially owned by Lufthansa, often transports the pope during his international trips.

(With inputs from agencies.)